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      University at Buffalo

      Collaborative Robot Safety: Design & Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Safety Standards, Safety Training, Safety Assurance, Hazard Analysis, Equipment Design, Risk Management Framework, Control Systems, Product Testing, Failure Analysis, Automation, Torque (Physics)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New York University

      Guided Tour of Machine Learning in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Predictive Modeling, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Deep Learning, Financial Services, Finance, Tensorflow, Jupyter, Reinforcement Learning

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      679 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: elettromagnetismo, ottica, fisica moderna

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Laboratory Experience, Electrical Systems, Experimentation, Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Physical Science, Mechanics, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Astronomía básica

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, Life Sciences, Environment, General Science and Research, Global Positioning Systems, Biology, Systems Of Measurement, Estimation, Geospatial Information and Technology, Scientific Visualization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New York University

      Fundamentals of Machine Learning in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Reinforcement Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Financial Services, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Portfolio Management, Python Programming, Artificial Neural Networks, Jupyter

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      339 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: meccanica, termodinamica

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Hydraulics, Thermal Management, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Experimentation, Engineering Calculations, Calculus, Trigonometry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Science & Religion 101

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Physics, Anthropology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      168 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      機器人學一 (Robotics (1))

      Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Automation Engineering, Robotic Process Automation, Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Trigonometry, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Spatial Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Epic Games

      Unreal Engine Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Version Control, 3D Assets, Video Game Development, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Design, Computer Graphics, User Interface (UI), Software Installation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Phases of Matter: Solid, Liquid, Gas and Beyond

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Materials science, Chemistry, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Simulations, Applied Mathematics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique

      D'un infini à l'autre - Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      التقانة والمستشعرات النانوية - الجزء الاول

      Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Biotechnology, Medical Devices, Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Monitoring, Biochemistry, Manufacturing Processes

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular physics courses

    • Collaborative Robot Safety: Design & Deployment: University at Buffalo
    • Guided Tour of Machine Learning in Finance: New York University
    • Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: elettromagnetismo, ottica, fisica moderna: Politecnico di Milano
    • Astronomía básica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Fundamentals of Machine Learning in Finance: New York University
    • Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: meccanica, termodinamica: Politecnico di Milano
    • Science & Religion 101: University of Alberta
    • 機器人學一 (Robotics (1)): National Taiwan University
    • Unreal Engine Fundamentals : Epic Games
    • Phases of Matter: Solid, Liquid, Gas and Beyond: University of Colorado Boulder

    Why Learn Physics?

    Physics is the study of matter, energy, and the fundamental forces that shape the universe—from motion and gravity to electricity and quantum mechanics. It underpins innovations in engineering, technology, and environmental science. Learning physics can deepen your understanding of how the world works and support problem-solving across science and tech fields.

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